TOA

Basic Information

Stock Code
6809
Industry
Electrical Equipment
Category Detail
Information & Communication Equipment
Prefecture
Hyogo Prefecture
Establishment Year
April 1949
Listing Year
September 1977
Official Website
https://www.toa.co.jp/
TSE Information
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Overview

TOA Corporation is a specialist manufacturer of professional audio equipment and security equipment founded in 1949, holding a top-class domestic market share in the broadcasting equipment sector.

Current Situation

TOA Corporation recorded consolidated net sales of approximately 50.6 billion yen, operating profit of approximately 3.6 billion yen, and net profit of approximately 2.4 billion yen for the fiscal year ending March 2025. Its mainstay audio systems boast high market shares at airports and public facilities, particularly holding over 90% share in Japan's airport broadcasting equipment. The video equipment business continues to grow, centered on surveillance cameras, while strengthening expansion into the security field. Through its subsidiary Zivoc Corporation, it also engages in audio and video content production, providing total services. In recent years, it has focused on digital technology adaptation and wireless system development, promoting digitalization of professional broadcasting equipment. For sustainability, it works on energy-saving equipment development and local activities, setting growth strategies toward 2030 including domestic and international market expansion, new product development, and digital solution promotion. A stable capital base and trust as a member of the Sanwa Group support its business foundation.

Trivia

Interesting Facts

  • Developed the world's first electric megaphone in 1954
  • Holds over 90% share in Japan's airport broadcasting equipment
  • Subsidiary Zivoc operates a concert hall
  • Conducted sound projection distance experiments in 1962
  • Member of Sanwa Group with stable capital base
  • Contributed to audio technology through horn speaker development
  • Actively introduced digital signal processors
  • Provided audio equipment for Kobe Luminarie
  • Company name TOA derives from former company brand name
  • Subsidiary Zivoc also engages in music production

Hidden Connections

  • TOA is a member of the Sanwa Group and Midori-kai.
  • Subsidiary Zivoc's name derives from a Mediterranean sailing ship and engages in audio and video cultural businesses.
  • Kobe New Transit Nakafuto Station has a sub-station name before Zivoc Hall.
  • Medical electronics division established in 1968 spun off into Sysmex.
  • Company started with megaphones but is now growing in video surveillance equipment.
  • Builds market superiority by providing security and broadcasting equipment integrally.
  • President Katao Kataguchi is actively promoting technological innovation and overseas expansion.
  • Maintains Sanwa Group as management base and collaboration with Zivoc for sales and technology.

Future Outlook

Growth Drivers

  • Expanding demand for digitalization of professional audio and broadcasting equipment
  • Technological evolution and increasing needs in security and surveillance camera market
  • Infrastructure development needs in public facilities and transportation
  • Spread of wireless and network equipment
  • Strengthened overseas expansion centered on Asian markets
  • Increasing demand for environmentally friendly energy-saving products
  • Application of AI and IoT technologies to audio and video equipment
  • Expansion of content business utilizing subsidiary Zivoc
  • Advanced needs for disaster countermeasures equipment
  • New transaction expansion leveraging Sanwa Group network

Strategic Goals

  • Market share expansion domestically and internationally
  • Wireless and AI-equipped product ratio over 50%
  • Sustainable products sales composition ratio increased to over 30%
  • Expand surveillance camera business sales to 1.5 times current level
  • Expansion of video and audio content business through subsidiary collaboration

Business Segments

Public Facility Broadcasting Equipment

Overview
Provides highly reliable broadcasting systems for public facilities.
Competitiveness
Domestic top share backed by long track record and high technological capability
Customers
  • 空港
  • 駅
  • 市役所
  • 学校
  • 病院
  • 商業施設
Products
  • 拡声放送装置
  • 非常用放送設備
  • ホーンスピーカー

Security and Security Equipment

Overview
Deploys high-quality video surveillance solutions.
Competitiveness
Strength in video equipment, building comprehensive security systems
Customers
  • 官公庁
  • 企業
  • 商業施設
  • 学校
  • 公共交通機関
Products
  • 監視カメラ
  • 録画装置
  • アクセスコントロール

Professional Audio Equipment

Overview
Provides a wide range of audio products for events and facilities.
Competitiveness
Broad product lineup responding to diverse audio needs
Customers
  • イベント主催者
  • ホール運営者
  • 企業
  • 教育機関
Products
  • ミキシングコンソール
  • ワイヤレスシステム
  • スピーカー

Assembly Hall and Meeting Systems

Overview
Systems supporting accurate and smooth meeting operations.
Competitiveness
Provision of specialized assembly hall equipment with high precision and reliability
Customers
  • 地方自治体
  • 議会
  • 裁判所
  • 企業
Products
  • 議場音響システム
  • インターカムシステム

Maintenance and Engineering Services

Overview
Comprehensive maintenance and engineering support.
Competitiveness
Long-term customer response capability and service quality
Customers
  • 全業種の既存顧客
  • 販売代理店
Products
  • 機器保守サービス
  • システムアップグレード
  • 技術支援

Competitive Advantage

Strengths

  • Domestic top-class broadcasting equipment market share
  • Abundant track record in audio equipment development
  • Robust security equipment lineup
  • Stable capital base from Sanwa Group
  • Content production by comprehensive subsidiaries
  • Introduction of advanced digital technologies
  • Established broad customer base
  • High product quality and reliability
  • Specialized technical support system
  • Sustained R&D capabilities
  • Strong brand recognition in public facilities
  • Long-term customer relationship building
  • Development of environmentally friendly products
  • Response to market needs with diverse product lineup
  • Integrated service provision in professional audio field

Competitive Advantages

  • Over 90% market share in airport professional audio equipment
  • High-quality lineup of surveillance cameras and other security equipment
  • Content production capabilities in collaboration with subsidiary Zivoc
  • Early introduction of digital signal processing technology
  • Financial strength and reliability as Sanwa Group member
  • Product deployment adaptable to diverse industry needs
  • Large customer base in both public and private sectors
  • Long-term transaction record domestically and internationally
  • High-efficiency, energy-saving power amplifier technology
  • Provision of specialized assembly hall systems
  • Adoption of advanced wireless technology
  • Integrated provision of audio equipment and video devices
  • Solid maintenance system
  • Active cooperation in regional events, etc.
  • Reliable domestic production system

Threats

  • Price competition from rising global competitors
  • Delay in adapting to rapid digital technology advancements
  • Declining demand due to domestic population decrease
  • Export cost fluctuations from exchange rate changes
  • International supply instability for semiconductors and other components
  • Increased product design costs from stricter regulations
  • Market share erosion by new entrants
  • Revenue instability from fluctuating disaster response demand
  • Risk of delay in environmentally responsive product development
  • Brand recognition challenges in overseas markets
  • Difficulty securing R&D talent due to engineer shortage
  • Cost increases from rising resource prices

Innovations

2024: Next-Generation Wireless Public Address System Development

Overview
Developed new wireless public address equipment that balances stable communication and sound quality.
Impact
Contributes to expanded adoption in public facilities.

2023: Digital Signage Integrated Management Platform

Overview
Built a platform for centralized management of video and audio equipment.
Impact
Achieves significant improvement in operational efficiency.

2022: Improvement of High-Sensitivity Surveillance Camera Technology

Overview
Enhanced surveillance camera technology providing clear images even at night or in bad weather.
Impact
Improves competitiveness in security equipment field.

2021: Launch of Energy-Saving Multi-Channel Power Amplifier

Overview
Commercialized an amplifier compatible with high impedance that significantly reduces power consumption.
Impact
Contributes to reducing environmental impact.

2020: Initiation of AI Audio Adjustment System Development

Overview
Advanced research and development of automatic acoustic optimization system using AI technology.
Impact
Establishes foundational technology for future product rollout.

Sustainability

  • Development and promotion of energy-saving design products
  • Audio sponsorship support for regional events and cultural activities
  • Active use of recyclable materials
  • Improvement of production processes to reduce environmental impact
  • Acquisition of ISO14001 environmental management certification
  • Technology provision for regional security and disaster prevention activities
  • Implementation of employee environmental awareness programs
  • Support for coexistence with local Hyogo Prefecture community
  • Promotion of waste reduction and resource recycling
  • Strengthening of green procurement